University of Aberdeen: Physician Associate Studies
| Institution | University of Aberdeen View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition View department profile |
| Web | http://www.abdn.ac.uk/smmsn |
| pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01224 272090 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Taught in a thriving medical school, our MSc in Physician Associate Studies delivers a modern and dynamic curriculum which ensures that you are equipped with the skills, attitudes and knowledge required to become a valued and key member of the clinical team. This highly regarded Physician Associate programme has been designed to train a new generation of healthcare professionals to support doctors in the diagnosis and management of patients. Physician Associates (PA) are trained to perform a number of roles including taking medical histories, performing examinations, diagnosing illnesses, analysing test results and developing management plans.
This is a two-year full time programme requiring ninety weeks of study and combines the theoretical and scientific basis of medicine with clinical experience. The programme leads to the award of MSc in Physician Associate Studies. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates are eligible to sit the national examination which entitles entry onto the national register and practise as a PA in the UK.
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2:1 or 1st class honours degree in a medical or health related science. Higher (or A level) grade C or above in chemistry. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2:1 or 1st class honours degree in a medical or health related science. Higher (or A level) grade C or above in chemistry. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| EU | 9900 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 9900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 9900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 9900 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 18200 GBP for Year 1 |
University of Aberdeen
School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences, and Nutrition provides a dynamic, world-class teaching, learning and research environment creating opportunities for greater knowledge and scientific discovery that will underpin maintaining good health and the treatment of disease.
Top UK Medical School
We are proud to be ranked 1st in Scotland for medicine and 2nd in the UK in the Guardian League Tables 2020, we are also ranked 1st in the UK for dentistry. The University of Aberdeen is a Top 30 UK University according to The Complete University Guide ...
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